Damon Galgut has published 8 novels and 1 novella, beginning with A Sinless Season (1982). The best-known is The Good Doctor (2003). The latest is The Promise (2021).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Damon Galgut
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The Good Doctor
Damon Galgut's most-read book.
Newest
The Promise
Published May 2021.
Standalone novels in order
A Sinless Season (1982)
Small Circle of Beings (1988)
The Good Doctor (2003)
The Quarry (2004)
The Impostor (2008)
In a Strange Room (2010)
Arctic Summer (2014)
The Promise (May 2021)
Novellas in order
The Beautiful Screaming of Pigs (1991)
About Damon Galgut
Damon Galgut is a South African novelist and playwright. He was awarded the 2021 Booker Prize for his novel The Promise, having previously been shortlisted for the award in 2003 and 2010.
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Damon Galgut FAQ
- How many books has Damon Galgut written?
- Damon Galgut has published 8 novels and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Damon Galgut's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Good Doctor.
- What is Damon Galgut's latest book?
- The Promise (2021).
- What is Damon Galgut's most famous book?
- The Good Doctor (2003) is Damon Galgut's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.